Patient's question:
I often eat out for dinner, and I have already been vaccinated against hepatitis B. Now I want to get vaccinated against hepatitis A. Before the vaccination, I need to get a blood test at the hospital. I know that the hepatitis B test is for the five hepatitis B antigens, but what about hepatitis A? Besides that, since I often eat out, are there any other vaccines I need to get vaccinated for?Doctor's answer:
Hepatitis A testing primarily involves checking for hepatitis A antibodies, which are divided into IgM and IgG. IgM tests for how the infection is transmitted; if it's positive, it indicates early infection. IgG reflects the body's ability to resist hepatitis A. The disease spreads through the fecal-oral route, and currently, the only prevention method is the hepatitis A vaccine. Additionally, during the treatment of hepatitis A patients, their dietary condition and care are also very important. Patients must digest vitamins, prevent stomach issues, and maintain a light diet to avoid unnecessary harm.